John Moffitt

John James Moffitt (born October 28, 1986) is an American former professional football player who was an offensive guard in the National Football League (NFL). He was selected by the Seattle Seahawks in the third round of the 2011 NFL draft. He played college football at the University of Wisconsin. Moffitt was also a member of the Denver Broncos and Philadelphia Eagles.

Early life

Moffitt was born in Guilford, Connecticut. He attended Notre Dame High School in West Haven after transferring from Guilford High School. As a senior, he was named to the Register All-State football team, recording 65 tackles and seven sacks.

In 2005, as a junior, Moffitt won the Connecticut State Weightlifting Championship, reportedly bench-pressing over 350 pounds and squatting 525 pounds.

College career Moffitt was a 2010 All-American selection by Associated Press, CBSSports.com, and Rivals.com at the University of Wisconsin.

While some have heralded John's ability to run block, many red flags have been raised about his pass blocking skills. According to sidelinescouting.com, Moffitt is "not very fast" and "lacks real quickness", raising questions about his longevity as an American football guard or center.

Professional career

Seattle Seahawks Moffitt was selected number 75 overall by the Seattle Seahawks in the 2011 NFL draft. Moffitt started nine games in the 2011 season before being injured in the week-13 game against the Baltimore Ravens. His career took a further downside when hit with a four-game suspension for using performance-enhancing drugs

Moffitt was traded to the Cleveland Browns on August 19, 2013. On August 20, 2013, the trade was rescinded, reportedly due to Moffitt failing his physical. In an interview with 710 ESPN Seattle, Moffitt claimed that Cleveland wanted him to take less money to play there and when he said he wouldn't do that they told him that they were going to fail his physical.

Denver Broncos On August 20, 2013, Moffitt was traded to the Denver Broncos in exchange for defensive tackle Sealver Siliga. He was not on the roster when the Broncos made the Super Bowl, the game in which they lost to his former team, the Seahawks. Moffitt said during his retirement that he didn't care about the upcoming Super Bowl anyway.

Philadelphia Eagles Moffitt signed a one-year deal with the Eagles on June 29, 2015. He was cut by the Eagles on September 4, 2015.

Personal life Moffitt, known for his personality and comedic approach to life outside the game hosted radio throughout his collegiate and professional career, appearing on numerous broadcasts as a guest and host including ESPN, KJR (Seattle) and others. Moffitt currently owns a chain of health food cafes in Connecticut.